Lead risk assessment interviews and develop risk-based internal audit plans tailored to client environments
Review engagement deliverables—including process narratives, flowcharts, and risk/control assessments—to ensure quality and forward-looking insights
Conduct closing meetings with client leadership to communicate findings and recommendations
Engagement & Financial Management
Maintain responsibility for engagement economics, including budgeting, billing, and collections
Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction
Support scope development, project planning, and budget alignment for new and existing clients
Leadership & Business Development
Build and maintain strong relationships with management-level and C-suite client stakeholders
Lead and develop engagement teams through effective delegation, coaching, and mentorship
Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, pitch materials, and client conversations
Participate in industry events and associations to expand market presence and deepen sector expertise
Firm Contribution & Thought Leadership
Contribute to internal and external thought leadership focused on emerging risks and best practices
Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions that meet client needs
Build and leverage internal and external networks to drive client value and business growth
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in SOX, internal audit, external audit, or related internal control roles
Relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA)
Ability and willingness to regularly work onsite at the RSM office and client locations, based on engagement requirements and business needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading project-based work with defined milestones and timelines
Strong proficiency in professional writing, data analysis, and presentation tools
Ability to travel to meet client needs and collaborate effectively across teams
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective time management and prioritization abilities
Experience across multiple industries or subject-matter expertise in a specific sector (life sciences experience a plus)
Proven ability to perform successfully in high-pressure, client-facing environments
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.
RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.
RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.
At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $101,000 - $203,000
Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
